Thursday, December 01, 2016

Based on the smash-hit Instagram account, But Like Maybe?
is a new comic book about life and stuff, examining the complicated
world of selfies, brunch, hangovers, love, rejection, and over-analyzing
everything. But Like Maybe is back at it again, trying to find
herself... and a job, which both prove to be difficult in NYC. The voice
of a generation... But Like Maybe?

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

The following is an interview with Arianna Margulis and Dru Radovich, co-creators of the well-known Instagram account-turned-comic book series, But Like Maybe?
from Bliss on Tap Publishing. In this interview, Fanbase Press
Editor-in-Chief Barbra Dillon chats with Margulis and Radovich about the
premise of their new series, the evolution of their story from social
media to the sequential art medium, their process in working together,
and more!

Barbra Dillon, Fanbase Press Editor-in-Chief: Congratulations on the recent release of But Like Maybe? through Bliss on Tap Publishing! For our readers who may be unfamiliar with the story, how would you describe its premise?Arianna Margulis and Dru Radovich:
Thank you!! Oh, well let’s see… something like... the humorous ups and
downs of a millennial woman, struggling to find her true self – and a
boyfriend. A life led by mistakes and learning from them, she moves to
New York City because that’s where she believes all the important stuff
happens, and she needs to be a “somebody” – soon.

BD:
The comic book had a very unique beginning in that it evolved from a
wildly popular Instagram account. When did you discover that the
Instagram account had become such a hit, and how did you decide to adapt
it to the sequential art medium?

AM: I think the first time I felt that @butlikemaybe could be more was when it got its first spotlight on Cosmopolitan’s snapchat channel. A friend of a friend of a friend put one of the cartoons up, and I gained 27,000 followers in one day.

DR: We wanted to explore and further develop But Like’s
world, introduce new characters, and expand on her story, so comic
books felt like the natural next step. Comics are such a special culture
and community, and we’re excited to finally be a part of it. We geek
out at comic book stores now.

BD: How would you describe your creative process in working with one another on the writing and the artwork?

AM:
A bi-coastal love affair. We really are in a serious, committed
relationship. I draw with a sharpie, take photos of my art, scan it into
Dru, who writes and compiles the comic book on some archaic Japanese
computer program. We had no idea what we were doing, but we wanted to
bring her to life, so we made it work. We had literally met one time in
person before creating the book – a girl power fairy tale.

BD: What do you hope that readers will take away from the comic?

AM:
I think they will take away some serious laughs and the feeling that
they’re not alone. Everyone makes mistakes, texts too soon, stays out
too late – but it’s how we get up and keep going after these missteps.
It’s all going to be OK.

DR: Hopefully, they will NOT take
away my misspelling of “rehearsal.” THE AGONY!!! Actually, I take that
back… BUY OUR BOOK TO FIND THE MISSPELLING.

BD: What makes publisher Bliss on Tap a great home for But Like Maybe?

AM
+ DR: Bliss on Tap is real, and it’s a family business—and we’re a
little family now, too. Brian Phillipson, Alex Murillo, and Phil
Phillipson are comic veterans and have been incredible mentors to us.
Their passion for comic books and the creative process in general is
contagious, and it’s been amazing working with them.

BD: Are there any upcoming projects on which you are currently working that you would like to share with our readers?

AM+DR: Well, for sure book 2!!!

BD: Lastly, what is the best way for our readers to find more information about But Like Maybe? and your other work?

AM+
DR: We hope you will follow the Instagram, Twitter, snap --
@butlikemaybe. You can find fun goodies on www.butlikemaybe.com, too!

Friday, September 16, 2016

Ep. #044 The ‘PREVIEWS’ Party Podcast

Welcome to The PREVIEWS Party Podcast! Covering the September 2016 issue of PREVIEWS magazine from Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc.,
Fanbase Press' panel examines the upcoming comics, graphic novels, and
other merchandise that will be available in stores nationwide and
explains the importance of pre-ordering and its effect on the comic book
industry as a whole.

Are you unfamiliar with PREVIEWS or the pre-order process used by comic book stores? Please see our helpful guide below to better understand what PREVIEWS is and how it can best be used to find the comics, graphic novels, and merchandise that will be on sale in the coming months.In this month's episode, we chat with PREVIEWSworld Editor Vince Brusio about this month's "As Seen on TV"-themed PREVIEWS catalog. In addition, we are joined by Brian Phillipson and Alex Murillo (Bliss on Tap Publishing, Future Proof)
to discuss why pre-ordering is so important to comic book publishers.
The Fanbase Press panel also breaks down the exciting releases
(scheduled to hit stores in November) from a variety of publishers and
manufacturers, including Marvel, DC, Dark Horse Comics, IDW, Image,
Archaia, BOOM! Studios, DC Collectibles, NECA, and more!Cast members: Jason Enright, Scott Rubin, and Bryant Dillon

previewsworld

"The characters are fun, there is a fantastic balance of “fact” to fiction, and the Future Proof creative team does a wonderful job of creating a new and original take on some of our most infamous conspiratorial events. Finally, a series that does the conspiracy theory genre justice! Having had the opportunity to read the first two issues, I can say without a doubt that if you are a fan of the X-Files or any of the numerous shows that have aired in the last few years that take on some of society’s greatest mysteries then this is a comic series you will not want to pass up!"- PREVIEWSworld.com

"God the Dyslexic Dog. Just the name alone is worth your attention...a great example of why comics are awesome, why it's an important medium, and why I'm proud to be part of said medium!"- Ashley Wood

"Some of the most beautiful work in comics today. I highly advise picking up every single issue this team publishes. You'll be missing out if you don't." - Steve Niles

"If theology, the belief of divinity in animals and a good head scratcher are what keep you engaged, then order God the Dyslexic Dog today." - Ain't It Cool News

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Future Proof

"Future Proof #1is a thought-provoking tale about the perils of time travel, and has this reader eager for more." -KastorsKorner.com

"...the art, the writing, the concept itself just gets better and better. Buy this one. This one gets a very well deserved 5 out of 5 stars!"-whatchareading.com

"…I can say without a doubt that if you are a fan of the X-Files or any of the numerous shows that have aired in the last few years that take on some of society’s greatest mysteries then this is a comic series you will not want to pass up!"- Staff Pick: PREVIEWSworld.com

"I Play The Bad Guy is bloddy entertaining...what truly makes this book so engaging is that Cormack illustrates every painstakingly imbrued panel, filling them with wall to wall action and intensity."- KastorsKorner.com

"…proving to be a good and compelling story. Definitely worth checking out!"- FanBoyComics.net

"…the morality of granting the older heroes powers during Cold War experiments by the U.S. Government is explored throughout the course of the series as they try to prevent the next generation of pwered soldiers from being created. As we learn more about the scientist and government officals who conceived and created them, the idea of 'good guys' becomes more hazy with each issue."- IndieComicsPower.com